School of Gender, Race, & Nations: Black Studies; Chicanx/Latinx Studies; Indigenous Nations Studies; Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies, General Pool Posting for Academic Year 2026-27

Position Announcement

Position Details

Proposed Start Date 09/16/2026 Working Title School of Gender, Race, & Nations: Black Studies; Chicanx/Latinx Studies; Indigenous Nations Studies; Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies, General Pool Posting for Academic Year 2026-27 Department 223501 - SGN School of Gender, Race, Nations Position Number D93292, D96631, D97736, D97758 Representation AP - AFT, Local 3571

Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept

A thriving campus in the heart of the city, Portland State University is Oregon's most affordable public research university and we offer tremendous opportunity to over 20,000 students from all backgrounds. Our mission to "let knowledge serve the city" reflects our dedication to finding innovative, sustainable solutions to local and global problems. Our location in the heart of one of America's most dynamic cities gives our students unmatched access to career connections and an internationally acclaimed culture scene. PSU is the only Oregon university to offer a four-year degree guarantee.

The School of Gender, Race, and Nations creates new intellectual and community connections among its founding partners-Black Studies; Indigenous Nations Studies; Chicanx/Latinx Studies; and Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies-to better understand and advocate for historically under-served populations crucial to Oregon's success.

Position Summary

The School of Gender, Race, and Nations at Portland State University invites applications for Adjunct instructors with expertise in core areas of gender, race, and nations and similar fields, and instructional experience to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses within the School of Gender, Race, and Nations.

Should an instructional position become available for hire in academic year 2026-2027, applicants will be selected from the applications submitted to this pool.

Minimum Qualifications

Advanced degree(s) or comparable knowledge base in Black Studies, Chicanx/Latinx Studies, Indigenous Nation Studies, or Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, or closely related fields, and prior teaching experience.

Applicants must be redise in Oregon or SW Washington.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced or terminal degree(s) comparable knowledge base in Black Studies, Chicanx/Latinx Studies, Indigenous Nation Studies, or Women, Gender, and Sexuality Students, or closely related fields, and prior teaching experience.

Key Cultural Competencies

• Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
• Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
• Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
• Adheres to all PSU's policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Environmental Stewardship

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.

Required Professional Standards of Conduct

At Portland State University, all employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner which maintains a safe, respectful, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff. It is the responsibility of every member of the Portland State University community to conduct themselves in accordance with our PSU Professional Standards of Conduct which are available at www.pdx.edu/hr/professional-standards-conduct.

Compensation Adjuncts are paid per credit hour, and are hired on either a per term or an academic year basis, per the PSUFA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Application Instructions

Additional Information

Details about compensation and other components of the Portland State University Faculty Association Union (PSUFA) can be found at: https://psufa.org/.

Please submit the following:

• A cover letter that lists the SGRN unit/s you would like to be considered for, along with your availability for fall, winter, spring quarters. Please indicate what course delivery methods you're available to teach, as well as available days and times (approximate times are fine). Please find PSU's descriptions of course delivery methods here: https://www.pdx.edu/registration/guide-course-delivery-methods
• Curriculum Vitae
• The names and contact information for three professional references.

You may choose to upload an optional teaching portfolio that includes:

• statement of teaching philosophy
• sample syllabi

Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No Background Check Required Yes

Search Details

Posting Close Date 04/30/2027 Projected Close Date for Posting Closes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Professional References

Optional Documents

• Other 2 (describe)
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy